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(in-farc-tion) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a tissue death due to lack of blood flow.

Example Sentence

Her grandma was told by the doctor she had a myocardial infarction.

More Example Sentences

Infarction can happen in different organs.

Synonyms

tissue death; blockage; ischemia

Antonyms

birth of tissue

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Rhymes

  • infarction
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